Valentines Day Boudoir Session
Valentines Day Boudoir Session
Hey gorgeous!
Buying for partners is HARD. Wracking your brain to come up with something that they're going to love but might never have thought of? And let's be real here... something you can enjoy as well as them!
Well... I've got you. Imagine gifting your partner, not just a present, but the ultimate valentines day gift! A celebration of your love story in the form of stunning and empowering photos.
So, let's dive into the world of Valentine's Day Boudoir – where confidence meets cupid!
**Why Choose a Boudoir Photoshoot for Valentine's Day?**
Clothing, Perfume, sweet treats, flowers... it's a bit "been there, done that". Now picture this: Your significant other unwraps a beautifully crafted album filled with images that scream love, passion, and confidence. It's not just a gift; it's a love letter told through the art of photography. Valentine's Day is all about celebrating your connection, and a boudoir photoshoot adds that extra dash of spice, making it a unique and unforgettable experience. Your partner will see you like never before, and you'll see yourself the way your partner wishes you would.
**The Experience: Confidence Boost & Body Positivity**
Now, I know the idea of posing in front of a camera might seem hideously nerve-wracking, but trust me... I've got you. As your female boudoir photographer I'll guide you from start to finish, top to toe. You don't have to worry about a thing! It's not just a photoshoot; it's a journey of self-discovery, a celebration of your unique beauty. You'll be guided with care, posed with elegance, and end up with a collection of images that showcase the stunning person you are.
**Choosing the Perfect Outfits for Your Valentine's Day Session**
Let's talk wardrobe, shall we? Whether it's a lacy number that makes your heart race or that special piece your partner loves to see you in, your outfit choices are a crucial part of the experience. Think about textures, colors, and styles that make you feel incredible – we're creating memories here! I do also have a beautifully curated client closet for you to borrow from if you wish! And you'll get a full prep guide that gives you outfit advice and even suggestions on where to shop when you book in with me. Not to mention I offer a consultation before the session so I can talk you through all things wardrobe.
**FAQs – Because We've All Got Questions**
Posing, privacy, pricing – I get it, you've got questions! But fear not, my lovely. Check out my FAQ blog for all the details or drop me a message anytime. This is about you, your comfort, and creating an experience that leaves you smiling from ear to ear.
**Testimonials - Real Stories, Real Love**
There is no better person to convince you you'll love this experience, than someone who's been in your very shoes. So I suggest heading over to my VIP Boudoir FB Group to see real reviews from real women who've taken the leap, booked the photoshoot, and adored it!
**Ready to Make Valentine's Day Unforgettable?**
It's time to turn those Valentine's Day dreams into a reality! Whether you're newly in love or celebrating years of togetherness, a Boudoir Photoshoot Experience is the perfect valentines gift.
To enquire about booking your session click here: Get In Touch!
East Riddlesden Hall
East Riddlesden Hall
East Riddlesden Hall
National trust wedding venue, East Riddlesden Hall has appeared in my portfolio a few times now, and I love working there.
Some of my couples have had their full wedding day at the venue. Others have had a church ceremony first and simply held their reception at the hall. Either way, it’s a brilliant wedding venue with lots to offer.
East Riddlesden Hall is such an already-beautiful blank canvas, that you can get away with very little decor if you wish. It can be dressed and decorated to suit any wedding and any style. I’ve seen the venue adorned with bunting, fairy lights, letter lights and more, and I’ve seen it with minimal additions, letting its rustic beauty shine through.
The huge glass doors are a photographers dream! They allow natural light to spill into the venue and are perfect for a free-flow between inside and out on those warmer days.The venue offers the rustic look of the ceremony barn, with the modern interior twist and the historic main building sitting proudly at the top of the lake is the ideal wedding photography backdrop.
The botanical gardens are the perfect romanic hideaway, whilst a short walk down to the field offers some peace and quiet for those first moments as a newlywed couple.
I’ve only ever experienced East Riddlesden on warm and sunny days – long may that continue!
Take a look at some of my shots from this beautiful West Yorkshire venue.
Boudoir Photographer
A Boudoir Photographer's Boudoir Photoshoot
Hi, I’m Laura, A boudoir photographer based in Leeds, UK. I absolutely love what I do, I love empowering women and helping transform the way my clients see themselves.
To find out more about my boudoir photoshoots, click the button below!
However, as a boudoir photographer, it’s the easiest thing to shoot many a boudoir photography session, without ever doing one yourself.
Hiding behind the camera is where it’s at for me. It’s where I am my most comfortable.
However, I knew that this wasn’t right. I HAD to experience boudoir photography from my clients point of view. To be able to say – “I know how you feel, I know its daunting, I know its scary”… and MEAN it!
This, I think, allows me to connect with my clients so much better. I am confident now in knowing I can answer any question a client may have, because I’ve done it… multiple times now!
I first wrote this blog back in 2019 after doing my very own boudoir session. And I’ve just written an update in 2024 to talk about how differently I feel now about my boudoir shoot.
2018 Boudoir Photoshoot
Obviously I couldn’t do my own shoot, so I roped in my lovely friend, Kirsty. I taught Kirsty boudoir photography at a studio I used to work at. So I know that she’s good, because she learned from the best- haha!
No but seriously, I trusted her and she did an amazing job.
And when I saw my images, I was over the moon. I was so happy with how they looked, I couldn’t have asked for more.
I knew I wanted to do the shoot prior to Christmas, mainly so that I could eat what I wanted over the festive period without worrying about fitting into my outfits after! But actually, my shoot had the exact opposite effect on me. I was so in love with my images and the way my body looks right now (I think I’m the slimmest I’ve ever been!), that it was the motivation I needed to keep my eating under control and to maintain my new figure!
What I learnt from my shoot was, yes it’s scary/nerve-wracking, yes it requires a certain element of preparation (I now send out a full prep guide to my clients prior to their session), and yes, it’s hard work – I don’t think I’ve ever ached so much as I did the day after!
But… What was most important, was that I learned, it was SO worth it!
2024 Update
It’s so alien to me, looking back on the text above and not recognising the person who wrote it. Truth be told, in 2018 I split up with my partner and it threw me. We were together for a long time, during some of the most formative years of my life. And though the break up was amicable, and ultimately what I wanted.. it turned my world upside down.
I ended up living on my own for the first time, with my dog, trying to sustain my business and the studio I’d just taken on. I worked 4 jobs just to try and keep my head above water. I lost a TON of weight and was indeed, my slimmest ever. But unlike the paragraphs above, I no longer look on that fondly. I was slim because I wasn’t eating properly or taking care of myself. I look back at those boudoir images now and don’t recognise the girl in them. She has a great figure for sure… but it’s not me.
That might sound a bit crazy because obviously it’s me, but it’s not the real me. Does this make sense? Anyway, since then, I’ve gotten into the habit of taking more and more images of myself. I try and do some kind of boudoir photoshoot each year if I can. And I watch my body change all the time. I’m now probably 2 stone heavier than I was when I did my first session, but I feel like me again now. I recognise myself, and I know that those extra couple of stone are because I’m happy. And yep, I absolutely put weight on when I’m happy. And I’m okay with that.
Don’t get me wrong, doing that boudoir shoot in 2018 was exactly what I needed at that point. It was the confidence boost I needed and it made me feel incredible and worthy of being loved again. So it absolutely played it’s part in my life at that time, and every time I take pictures of myself now, it gives me the little boost I need, even now that my body is bigger. And that’s the beauty of a boudoir photoshoot. It does exactly what you need it to do.
This is why I’m constantly trying to tell clients that waiting for the “right time” isn’t what a boudoir photoshoot is all about. It’s about learning to love your body, just the way you are, right now. Sure if you want to do another one in a year or two if your body has changed massively, go ahead! But putting off something so uplifting and empowering until you’ve “lost the weight” or whatever, is a bit of an oxymoron.
Phewwwwww, it got deep there for a minute! If you stuck with me through this rambling blog then I thank you! And I encourage you to get in touch with me and take those first steps to booking your own boudoir shoot. Now you know, that I know, exactly how you feel. I’ve got you. I’ll guide you. You just need the courage to show up. And you’ll be so glad you did.
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I can’t wait to hear from you! 
